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#35 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 2% in state

Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School

Middle School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

750 GALAPAGO STREET, Denver, CO 80204

Charter

Enrollment

203

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

9.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#35 of 1,815

In Denver

#16 of 222

public schools

In district

#16 of 196

School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School

9.1/10

Middle School in Denver · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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5.7/10

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About Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School

Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School is a public middle school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.7
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.63 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.2% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.3 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206

Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School — Students at Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
35.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 65.2% (multi-year average, 2010-2025)
School
State
46.0% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 33 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2010
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
64.5%
2022
Math
17%
2025
Math
43.2%
ELA
67.2%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School Compares

See how Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
98th percentile in CO
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

750 GALAPAGO STREET, Denver, CO 80204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. DSST: Cedar Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Morey Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, West Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Girls Athletic Leadership School High School Denver 0.0 mi 8.3
West High School Denver 0.2 mi 5.7
Denver Center for International Studies Denver 0.2 mi 6.2
West Middle School Denver 0.2 mi 5.5
Compassion Road Academy Denver 0.4 mi 7.2
Denver Center for International Studies at Fairmon Denver 0.6 mi 8.5
Center for Talent Development at Greenlee Denver 0.5 mi 6.4
Contemporary Learning Academy Denver 0.6 mi 7.7
Colorado High School Charter Denver 0.7 mi 5.4
Denver Justice High School Denver 0.7 mi 7.0
Emily Griffith High School Denver 1.3 mi 3.5
Downtown Denver Expeditionary School Denver 1.3 mi 8.6
THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON PARK Denver 1.3 mi
ST ROSE OF LIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Denver 1.4 mi 4.9
Morey Middle School Denver 1.2 mi 8.5
Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design Denver 1.2 mi 7.7
DSST: Cedar High School Denver 1.3 mi 9.0
DSST: Cedar Middle School Denver 1.3 mi 9.0
Dora Moore ECE-8 School Denver 1.2 mi 5.2
Valverde Elementary School Denver 1.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,265

Median Home Value

$579,900

Median Rent

$1,724/mo

Population

35,518

College Educated

50.5%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Median Age

32.7

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The Vanguard School (Middle) Colorado Springs, CO 8.4
Barone Middle School Meeker, CO 7.9
Village Middle School Colorado Springs, CO 7.8
North Valley Middle School Gilcrest, CO 7.7
The Connect Charter School Pueblo, CO 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School

What grades does Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School serve?

Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School?

Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School rank in CO?

Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School ranks #35 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2025).

Is Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School a charter school?

Yes, Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School a Title I school?

No, Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School?

36.9% of students at Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
92 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
98 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Denver County

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